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Train-Wreck Effect

Train-Wreck Effect

You’re probably familiar with the Train-Wreck Effect: It’s when you put a pile of unread mail on a clean kitchen counter and it somehow spreads to a second counter, obscuring the plastic container lids you meant to put away. Then the pile jumps to a third counter, burying the video games your kids left there. Days later, the kitchen looks like a clutter bomb exploded. Luckily, organizing experts know how to combat Train-Wreck Effect. Just have the right organizational tools in every room and you’ll nip clutter buildup in the bud. Read on to learn about the pro’s product picks.